Minister Pledges to Strengthen Research Institutes to Boost Food Production via thisdaylive
The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Alhaji Sabo Nanono, has promised to ensure that agricultural research institutes in the country are strengthened to promote improved seedlings.Speaking while receiving briefs from the research agencies under the ministry, he said, “For me, I want to be very serious with the research institutes, so that they will research on improved seeds that will be suitable to our environment.
Drawing from his wealth of experience in the farming business and the enormous opportunities which abound, the minister urged Nigerians to refocus on making the agricultural sector the hub of economic growth in Nigeria. The minister, on resumption of office last week, pledged his preparedness to revamp the agricultural sector, by creating a friendly environment to attract investors.
He, therefore, sought the cooperation of staff in achieving his objectives. He is however, yet to unveil an elaborate work plan to liberate the sector.
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